Judge dismisses charges against FBI agents involved in Hunter Biden case
Summary
U.S. Magistrate Judge Zia Faruqui dismissed the criminal case against former FBI officials Nikki Floris and Bradley Benavides, saying prosecutors lacked enough evidence to proceed. He also criticized the investigation’s handling and timing; prosecutors may still seek a grand jury indictment.Key Facts
- The officials were accused of lying to Congress in 2023 about their knowledge of and involvement in an investigation concerning Hunter Biden’s laptop.
- Faruqui said the case showed what he called “weaponization” and cited concerns about its proximity to the midterm elections.
- An FBI agent testified that the investigation into Floris and Benavides began last July under FBI Director Kash Patel.
- At a preliminary hearing, Faruqui said prosecutors filed an amended complaint with an additional charge without first getting court approval.
- The Justice Department may still pursue a grand jury indictment against the former officials.
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